Director / Sr Director, Accounting
Fully Remote • Remote - Boston, MA 02110
Overview
Position Type Full Time Travel Percentage Minimum of 2x/year to Boston area Category Biotech
Description
The Opportunity
As part of our Praxis Finance team, thisrole presents an opportunity to oversee the entire Accounting function. You will be responsible for monthly and quarterly close processes, internal controls compliance and SEC reporting. This position is critical to the Company's financial and operational success. We're looking for candidates with strong leadership skills who are resourceful and have a willingness to step into various Finance processes based on fluctuating business needs. If you thrive in a fast-faced and collaborative team environment, we look forward to hearing from you. Primary Responsibilities
- Responsible for consolidated financial results by overseeing monthly and quarterly financial close processes, including review of key areas of judgment and key general ledger account reconciliations (including R&D accruals) to ensure the accurate and timely preparation of the Company's consolidated financial statements.
- Oversee the Company's internal financial control compliance (SOX 404(b)), working to strengthen internal controls and ensure the control environment is operating effectively in a dynamic and scaling setting.
- Oversight of SEC process, including quarterly and annual reporting, proxy statement and ad-hoc filings.
- Responsible for key technical accounting judgments and policies, including oversight, implementation and execution of new accounting guidance.
- Collaborate with other G&A teams to ensure relevant information is shared timely, including FP&A, procurement, legal and others as needed.
- Build cross-company relationships with key business partners involved in accounting intensive activities to ensure processes are effective and controls are sufficient.
- Identify and implement process improvements to continue building the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting at Praxis.
- Prepare and present quarterly results presentation and key accounting updates to executive leadership and the Audit Committee
- Support a high performing Accounting team of direct and indirect reports, ensuring all team members remain motivated, challenged through learning opportunities and guided in their professional development.
Qualifications
Compensation & Benefits
At Praxis, we're proud to offer an exceptional benefits package that includes:
- 99% premium cost covered for medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield), dental, and vision plans
- Bonus program structured to pay on a quarterly basis
- 401k plan with 100% match up to 6% of employee's contribution (Traditional & Roth)
- Wellness benefit of $200/month towards incredibly flexible options including travel, fitness equipment & memberships, student loan repayment, sports fees and much more
- Unlimited PTO, (2) weeklong shutdowns each year, and a generous extended family leave benefit
- Eligibility for equity awards and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount) Supp
To round out this world-class total rewards package, we provide base salary compensation in the range of $185k to $240k. Final salary range may be modified commensurate with job level, education, and experience.
Company Overview Praxis Precision Medicines is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company translating genetic insights into the development of therapies for central nervous system disorders characterized by neuronal imbalance.At Praxis we share a common vision of reshaping the human condition into a more freeing and fulfilled existence by developing high impact medicines for patients and families affected by and living with complex brain disorders.
Our core Values of Trust, Ownership, Curiosity and Results are foundational to every aspect of our business and are exemplified by each and every one of our team members.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Guided by our core values, at Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. we continue to DARE FOR MORE ® to advance, promote, and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion by encouraging individuals to bring their authentic selves and perspectives to work each day.
We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Director / Sr Director, Accounting
Fully Remote • Remote - Boston, MA 02110
Overview
Position Type Full Time Travel Percentage Minimum of 2x/year to Boston area Category Biotech
Description
The Opportunity
As part of our Praxis Finance team, thisrole presents an opportunity to oversee the entire Accounting function. You will be responsible for monthly and quarterly close processes, internal controls compliance and SEC reporting. This position is critical to the Company's financial and operational success. We're looking for candidates with strong leadership skills who are resourceful and have a willingness to step into various Finance processes based on fluctuating business needs. If you thrive in a fast-faced and collaborative team environment, we look forward to hearing from you. Primary Responsibilities
- Responsible for consolidated financial results by overseeing monthly and quarterly financial close processes, including review of key areas of judgment and key general ledger account reconciliations (including R&D accruals) to ensure the accurate and timely preparation of the Company's consolidated financial statements.
- Oversee the Company's internal financial control compliance (SOX 404(b)), working to strengthen internal controls and ensure the control environment is operating effectively in a dynamic and scaling setting.
- Oversight of SEC process, including quarterly and annual reporting, proxy statement and ad-hoc filings.
- Responsible for key technical accounting judgments and policies, including oversight, implementation and execution of new accounting guidance.
- Collaborate with other G&A teams to ensure relevant information is shared timely, including FP&A, procurement, legal and others as needed.
- Build cross-company relationships with key business partners involved in accounting intensive activities to ensure processes are effective and controls are sufficient.
- Identify and implement process improvements to continue building the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting at Praxis.
- Prepare and present quarterly results presentation and key accounting updates to executive leadership and the Audit Committee
- Support a high performing Accounting team of direct and indirect reports, ensuring all team members remain motivated, challenged through learning opportunities and guided in their professional development.
Qualifications
Compensation & Benefits
At Praxis, we're proud to offer an exceptional benefits package that includes:
- 99% premium cost covered for medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield), dental, and vision plans
- Bonus program structured to pay on a quarterly basis
- 401k plan with 100% match up to 6% of employee's contribution (Traditional & Roth)
- Wellness benefit of $200/month towards incredibly flexible options including travel, fitness equipment & memberships, student loan repayment, sports fees and much more
- Unlimited PTO, (2) weeklong shutdowns each year, and a generous extended family leave benefit
- Eligibility for equity awards and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount) Supp
To round out this world-class total rewards package, we provide base salary compensation in the range of $185k to $240k. Final salary range may be modified commensurate with job level, education, and experience.
Company Overview Praxis Precision Medicines is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company translating genetic insights into the development of therapies for central nervous system disorders characterized by neuronal imbalance.At Praxis we share a common vision of reshaping the human condition into a more freeing and fulfilled existence by developing high impact medicines for patients and families affected by and living with complex brain disorders.
Our core Values of Trust, Ownership, Curiosity and Results are foundational to every aspect of our business and are exemplified by each and every one of our team members.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Guided by our core values, at Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. we continue to DARE FOR MORE ® to advance, promote, and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion by encouraging individuals to bring their authentic selves and perspectives to work each day.
We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
